Visual supports make activities of daily living, in this case morning routines, more successful for individuals who need additional structure to every day routines or special outings.

Visual supports in the form of a visual schedule can help individuals understand what to expect and what will happen next whether throughout the day or during a specific activity.

A visual schedule is helpful in decreasing anxiety and rigidity surrounding transitions by communicating when certain activities will occur throughout the day, or part of the day, and in what order.